Job description
Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Grimsby
Location: Grimsby
Salary: £95–£110 per day, depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible
GSL Education is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Teaching Assistant to support a primary school in Grimsby. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with younger children and wants to play an active role in their early learning and development.
You will work alongside the class teacher to create a positive and engaging classroom environment, helping pupils develop their confidence, improve their learning skills, and enjoy their school experience. We are particularly interested in candidates who are patient, approachable, and able to make learning fun and accessible for children.
Whether you have previous experience in a primary school or are looking to build a career in education, we would love to hear from you. Graduates, university students, and aspiring teachers are also encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the class teacher with daily lessons and classroom activities.
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
- Help children develop their reading, writing, numeracy, and communication skills.
- Encourage participation, independence, and positive learning habits.
- Support pupils who may need additional help with their learning or development.
- Assist with preparing classroom resources and maintaining an organised learning environment.
- Promote positive behaviour and ensure pupils feel safe, included, and supported.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- A genuine passion for working with primary-aged children.
- A patient, caring, and encouraging approach.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
- Confidence supporting children with different learning abilities.
- A flexible and proactive attitude.
- Previous experience in a school, nursery, or childcare setting would be beneficial but is not essential.
What GSL Education Offers
- Competitive daily pay of £93–£110, depending on experience.
- Flexible working opportunities, including full-time and part-time placements.
- Valuable experience within a primary school setting.
- Ongoing support from a friendly and dedicated consultant.
- Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within education.
- Potential for regular and longer-term placements.
Please keep in mind that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
GSL Education offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
To register your interest in the Teaching Assistant role in Grimsby, click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our friendly consultants will be in touch soon.